Cyber Analyst, Sr. (Hampton, VA) with Security Clearance

Referentia Systems, Inc.; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Referentia Systems, Inc. is seeking a Senior Cyber Analyst to apply expertise in cyber risk assessments for DoD Enterprise systems under the guidance of the Security Control Assessor (SCA).

This role requires onsite work in Hampton, VA, and demands strong knowledge of system security, networking, and RMF processes. The ideal candidate has 10+ years in cyber risk assessment, DoD AFNET experience, and IAM II/III certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field required
• Equivalent work experience may be substituted for degree requirement
• Master’s degree is preferred
• IAM Level II/III Certification in accordance with DoD baseline certifications required
• At least 10 years of experience in cyber risk assessment or DoD AFNET technologies
• Familiarization with NIST SP 800-53, AFI 17-130 and DODI 8510.01
• Strong planning, organization, and analytical skills
• Onsite work in Hampton, VA; DoD security clearance required

Responsibilities

• Determine system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on analysis of artifacts, interviews, and current state
• Evaluate effectiveness of proposed mitigations
• Provide recommendations to leadership on technical and policy changes
• Collaborate with Cyber Analysts, SMEs, and SCA-Rs to complete assessments on time and with quality
• Train new team members and develop training materials for field personnel to support RMF processes
• Support program requirements elicitation and independent research
• Assist Operations Manager/Task Lead with program execution and deliverables
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Cyber risk assessment

RMF processes

DoD 8140 baseline

NIST SP 800-53

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

eMASS

Job description

The Cyber Analyst, Senior, applies expertise and work experience executing cyber risk assessments to perform duties assigned by the Security Control Assessor (SCA) for Department of the Air Force (DAF) Enterprise Authorizing Official (EAO) systems. The ideal candidate will provide a broad range of information assurance activities and possess a strong knowledge of systems, operating environments, system security, and networking. **This position requires onsite work in Hampton, VA.**

Duties

• Determine system vulnerabilities and residual risk based on analysis of technical artifacts, interviews, and evaluation of current system state
• Evaluate effectiveness of proposed mitigations
• Provide recommendations to leadership on technical and policy changes, processes and methodologies to assess and mitigate cybersecurity risk on information systems.
• Work with other Cyber Analysts, SMEs, and SCA-Rs to ensure that all cybersecurity analysis and cybersecurity risk assessments are completed within time and quality standards established by Division leadership and Operations Manager/Task Lead.
• Train new team members in the proper methods to perform assessment reviews and support development of training materials for field personnel (system owner personnel) to support effective and efficient RMF processes
• Support program and projects with security and information assurance requirements elicitation based on customer and subject matter expert communication and independent research
• Support Operations Manager/Task Lead with program execution, deliver program deliverables, and support strategic process development
• Perform all other duties as assigned Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems or related field required. Equivalent work experience may be substituted for degree requirement. Master’s degree is preferred.
• IAM Level II/III Certification in accordance with the DoD approved 8140 baseline certifications required
• Must have at least 10 years of experience in cyber risk assessment or experience with technologies utilized in AFNET or DoD Systems
• Proficiency with eMASS preferred
• Must have familiarization with NIST SP 800-53, AFI 17-130 and DODI 8510.01
• Strong planning, organization, and analytical skills, with attention to detail required
• Must be able to take initiative and be self-motivated
• Must be a quick learner: passionate about technology and able to learn new technology areas, as directed
• Must be able to elicit, identify, and research information assurance requirements and perform as a member of an assessment review team
• Must be able to work effectively as a team member, as well as lead others to meet team and overall company goals and objectives
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and exceptional interpersonal skills required
• Must be able to display professionalism in all situations
• Must be able to implement, monitor and maintain quality control standards
• Knowledge in emerging technologies including cloud, AI and virtualization, networking, systems engineering, identity management, web technologies, system administration, and system security is preferred
• This position requires onsite work. Must remain flexible to be able to work in the office, as assigned.
• Active DoD security clearance required

Benefits

Referentia offers a comprehensive set of benefits which includes health insurance coverage (medical, dental, vision, drug), paid time off, group term life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, income protection coverage, 401K retirement plan with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.